Walid Remmas
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6
Total Citations
77
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About
Walid Remmas is a pioneering roboticist whose research lies at the intersection of bio-inspired design, multi-modal perception, and autonomous navigation in extreme environments. His most impactful work, “Diver tracking in open waters” (38 citations), introduced a low-cost sensor fusion framework combining visual and acoustic data to enable robust underwater human-robot collaboration—a critical step toward reliable autonomous operations in dynamic oceanic settings. Remmas has further advanced underwater robotics through fault-tolerant control allocation for bio-inspired underactuated AUVs and inverse-model intelligent control of fin-actuated robots, demonstrating real-world experimental validation of drag-force propulsion systems. Extending his bio-inspired approach to subterranean domains, Remmas developed whisker-based tactile navigation algorithms and 3D mapping sensors for underground mining environments, drawing inspiration from naked mole rats to overcome challenges of dust, darkness, and communication loss. His multi-terrain robot prototype with Archimedean screw actuators showcases his commitment to versatile locomotion across unstructured terrains. With contributions spanning underwater tracking, tactile sensing, and fault-tolerant control, Remmas is establishing himself as a leading voice in resilient, nature-inspired robotics for the world’s most challenging operational theaters.
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- 4Whisker-Based Tactile Navigation Algorithm For Underground Robots6 citations · 2024
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